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HYUNDAI HY0340, HY0389 The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Licensed by Hyundai Corporation Holdings, Korea. HY0340 HY0389_Manual_EN_2024-06-12...
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HY0340, HY0389 This product is supported by Midland Power. Contact us directly for assistance and warranty help. Do not return this product to store. You must register online for your warranty to be valid. It only takes a minute, do it now while you still have your purchase receipt.
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HYUNDAI Thanks for choosing Hyundai! You're excited to get started, we'll keep this brief. READ THIS ENTIRE GUIDE BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT AND SAVE FOR LATER USE. This user guide contains important instructions including safety, setup, operation, and maintenance that must be followed.
4.5 Tips for Use 5. Installing or removing battery 6. Maintenance 6.1 Replacing the Trimmer Line or Spool (HY0389 Only) 6.2 Replacing the Trimmer Line or Spool (HY0340 Only) 6.3 Extend Snapped Trimmer Line 7. Storage 8. Recycling and Disposal 9.
HYUNDAI 1. SAFETY WARNING! Make sure that you are familiar with the controls and properly operate the machine. You must learn how to stop the machine quickly. This machine produces an electromagnetic field during operation. This field may under some circumstances interfere with active or passive medical implants.
HY0340, HY0389 NEVER operate the machine without the defensive guards or shields. NEVER lock or otherwise prevent safety switches, kill switches, or release levers from operating properly. Do not touch parts that might be hot from operation. Allow parts to cool before attempting to maintain, adjust, or service.
HYUNDAI 1.3 PPE WARNING! Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contain chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Some samples of these chemicals are: Lead from lead-based paints;...
HY0340, HY0389 warnings, or shouts from approaching people or vehicles. Be extra diligent and observant of hazards and bystanders when wearing hearing protection devices. When someone approaches, turn the tool OFF immediately. WARNING! Always wear breathing protection. Bystanders should be...
HYUNDAI After installing or extending new trimming line, ALWAYS return the product to its normal operating position before starting. 1.5 SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may appear on the tool. Study these symbols and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow for safer operation of this tool.
HY0340, HY0389 1.6 MAINTENANCE SAFETY WARNING! Improper handling of this tool may lead to electrocution. Risk of short circuit! Fluids that enter the housing can cause a short circuit. NEVER spray the lawnmower with water or a pressure washer and ensure that no water or other fluids enter the housing.
HYUNDAI exposure to lubricant may cause skin irritation. See ‘Maintenance Schedule’ for the recommended maintenance schedule. 1.7 VIBRATION SAFETY Prolonged use of handheld (operated) machines will cause the user to feel the effects of/from vibrations. These vibrations can lead to white finger (Raynaud’s phenomenon) or carpal tunnel syndrome.
HY0340, HY0389 2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION HY0340 and HY0389 Front handle Safety button Handle adjustment knob Length adjustment collar Trimmer head rotation collar Front Guide Power trigger Battery mount Trimmer head angle adjustment button Trimmer string spool Edging wheel Trimmer string guard 2.1 CONTROL FUNCTIONS...
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HYUNDAI Power trigger Starts the trimmer. Trimmer head angle adjustment button Press to adjust the angle of the trimmer head. Edging wheel Makes it easy to cut vertically along paths and sidewalk. Trimmer head rotation collar Release to select horizontal or vertical orientation of the trimmer head.
HY0340, HY0389 3. ASSEMBLY 3.1 ATTACH EDGING WHEEL NOTE Ensure the battery is disconnected during assembly. To assemble the edging wheel: The trimmer head has two sides, one with black plastic molding and one without. Fit the edging wheel onto the trimmer head (the side without black molding).
HYUNDAI Insert the screw provided into the hole, securing tightly. NOTE Shake the trimmer head gently to ensure it stays in place. 3.3 ATTACH FRONT GUARD AND AUXILIARY HANDLE To assemble the front guard and auxiliary handle: Insert the front guard into its guided slot.
HY0340, HY0389 4. OPERATION 4.1 MACHINE ADJUSTMENT NOTE Before operation, please read and understand this entire user manual. The HY0374 is adjustable for all user heights. To adjust the height of the trimmer: Twist the adjustment collar counterclockwise to loosen.
For a crisp edge, start rotating the string trimmer head a few inches away from the lawn edge before walking down the line. 4.3 STARTING AND STOPPING The HY0340/HY0389 is a two-handed string trimmer, never operate this machine one- handed. Follow these steps to start and stop the trimmer: Before operation, ensure the auxiliary handle is in a comfortable position.
HY0340, HY0389 4.4 AUTOMATIC LINE FEED Every time the power trigger is activated, the trimmer line will automatically spool out. The machine will also cut the line with the built-in line cutter to ensure optimal length. Review the Replacing the Trimmer Line chapter of this manual for instructions on how to replace trimmer line within a spool.
HYUNDAI 5. INSTALLING OR REMOVING BATTERY NOTE To install the battery, align the battery with the groove in the battery mount and slide into place. Insert all the way until it locks with an audible *click*. Do not install the battery forcibly. If it does not slide in easily, it is not being inserted correctly.
HY0340, HY0389 6.1 REPLACING THE TRIMMER LINE OR SPOOL (HY0389 ONLY) ATTACH DETACH INSERT wire length: 5m Follow these steps to safely replace the trimmer line or spool: Squeeze the two side tabs on the spool cover. Pull the spool cover and spool out.
HYUNDAI 6.2 REPLACING THE TRIMMER LINE OR SPOOL (HY0340 ONLY) ATTACH DETACH ATTACH DETACH INSERT INSERT wire length: 5m (x2) Follow these steps to safely replace the trimmer line or spool: Squeeze the two side tabs on the spool cover.
HY0340, HY0389 6.3 EXTEND SNAPPED TRIMMER LINE HY0389 HY0340 If the trimmer line breaks and becomes too short, you can manually extend the trimmer line. Follow these steps to safely extend the trimmer line: Press the small button located on the side of the trimmer head.
HYUNDAI 7. STORAGE Follow these steps after each use for best results. Allow the machine to cool down. Remove any trimmings or other debris after each use, taking special care to clean any ventilation openings. Use a clean, dry cloth to remove dirt, grease, etc.
HY0340, HY0389 8. RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL You must comply with local regulations for the disposal of packaging, oils, fuel, filters, damaged parts or any elements which have a strong impact on the environment. This waste must not be disposed of as normal waste. It needs to be separated and taken to specified waste disposal centers where the material will be recycled.
HYUNDAI 9. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Model HY0389 HY0340 Motor Rated Power 20V DC 20V DC Motor Speed (No Load) 8000 RPM 8000 RPM Cutting Width 25cm (10in) 30cm (12in)
HY0340, HY0389 10. LIMITED WARRANTY This product is distributed by: Midland Power Inc. 376 Magnetic Drive, Toronto, ON M3J 2C4, Canada Warranty Beginning at the time of retail purchase and for the duration of the warranty period Midland Power Inc. (Midland) warrants that Equipment manufactured by it is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship.
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HYUNDAI This warranty does NOT cover: g. Any repairs required as a result of any parts not supplied by Midland, and this part is responsible for the failure or malfunction; h. Any Equipment modified, altered, disassembled or remodelled; Any repairs required as a result of a failure to install, maintain, store, transport, or operate the Equipment in accordance with standard practices set out in the user guide;...
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HY0340, HY0389 All of the United States and Canada Midland Power Inc. must warrant the emission control system on your power equipment engine for the period of time listed below, provided there has been no abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance of your power equipment engine. Where a warrantable condition exists, Midland Power Inc.
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For Inquiries, Please Contact: Midland Power Inc. 376 Magnetic Drive, Toronto, ON Canada M3J 2C4 1-877-528-3772 support@hyundaipower.ca www.hyundaipower.ca Imported / Distributed by Midland Power Inc., Canada Licensed by Hyundai Corporation Holdings, Korea...
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